Author/Authors :
Abu Abeeleh, Mahmoud University of Jordan - Faculty of Medicine - Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Jordan , Alsmady, Moaath University of Jordan - Faculty of Medicine - Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Jordan , Ennab, Raed University of Jordan - Faculty of Medicine - Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Jordan , Saleh, Suhail University of Jordan - Faculty of Medicine - Division of Cardiothoracic Surgery, Department of Surgery, Jordan
Abstract :
Solitary fibrous tumor is a rare mesenchymal tumor affecting mainly the pleura, the visceral pleura is the most commonly affected. It is usually a benign tumor but may have an unpredictable behavior and a malignant potential, complete excision is the standard of treatment. We present a case of solitary fibrous tumor of the mediastinal pleura which is a very rare incidence. Also, we reviewed the literature related to the condition.
